Best Sftp Client Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our sftp client list covers 248+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Sftp Client Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1FTPManager - FTP, SFTP clientFTPManager - FTP, SFTP clientFree4.5★ (2.6K)NoNoAug 2026
2Termius - Modern SSH ClientTermius - Modern SSH ClientFree4.7★ (19K)NoYesAug 2026
3Owlfiles - File ManagerOwlfiles - File ManagerFree4.6★ (7.2K)NoYesAug 2026
4FTPManager - FTP & SFTP ClientFTPManager - FTP & SFTP ClientFreeNoNoJul 2026
5Terminal - SFTP & SSH ClientTerminal - SFTP & SSH ClientFree4.4★ (107)NoYesAug 2026
6MagicFTP: SFTP & FTP ClientMagicFTP: SFTP & FTP ClientFreeNoNoJul 2026
7Bastion SSH - SSH/SFTP ClientBastion SSH - SSH/SFTP ClientFreeYesNoAug 2026
8Tapssh — SSH & SFTP ClientTapssh — SSH & SFTP ClientFree5.0★ (2)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Sftp Client

FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client#1

FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client by Skyjos Co., Ltd.

Editor's Choice
💼 Business
4.5😐(2.6K ratings)
Free
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Access and manage files on remote FTP and SFTP servers directly from your device. Stream media, edit text files with syntax highlighting, and transfer files between your device and servers, or even between nearby devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast file transfers
  • 👍 Intuitive interface
  • 🔒 Secure SFTP connections
  • 💡 Useful for accessing remote files

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Limited to one FTP connection in free version
  • 💰 Paywall for basic features
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or connection issues
Termius - Modern SSH Client#2

Termius - Modern SSH Client by Termius Corporation

SFTP, Terminal, Telnet, PuTTY
Strong Contender
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.7😊(19K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#2in Developer Tools
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This app provides a modern SSH client and terminal for seamless remote access across devices. It offers a desktop-grade terminal experience with advanced features like multi-tab support, custom themes, and saved commands. Securely manage connections and credentials with cloud sync and hardware key authentication.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Smooth and fast
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🔒 Secure with SSH/SFTP support
  • 💡 Useful features like port forwarding

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
Owlfiles - File Manager#3

Owlfiles - File Manager by Skyjos Co., Ltd.

Access SMB WebDAV FTP and S3
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.6😊(7.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access and manage files from local storage, network shares, and cloud services. Stream media, view documents, and transfer files seamlessly across devices. Offers advanced network tools and editing capabilities.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Seamless file transfers
  • 🎥 Good media playback support
  • 🔒 Secure file management

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Limited free features
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

More Sftp Client apps to explore

4
FTPManager - FTP & SFTP Client
FTPManager - FTP & SFTP Client
FTPManager - FTP & SFTP Client
Manage, Transfer, Stream Files
Free

This app offers comprehensive file management and transfer capabilities for iOS devices. It allows users to connect to various servers, manage local files, stream media, and secure their data with a passcode lock.

Full FTP, SFTP & FTPS SupportLocal File Management with Recycle BinBuilt-in Viewers & Players
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
5
Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Terminal - SFTP & SSH Client
Linux, Telnet & PuTTY manager
Free

This advanced client provides developers with a streamlined way to manage Linux, SSH, Telnet, and SFTP connections. It offers features like AI assistance for server building, multi-tab management, and integrated editors to enhance productivity and simplify remote access.

SSH, Mosh, Telnet, Port Forwarding, SFTP supportAI chatbot for server building assistancePersonalized themes and fonts per connection
🔧 Utilities
(107)
free with in-app purchases
6
MagicFTP: SFTP & FTP Client
MagicFTP: SFTP & FTP Client
MagicFTP: SFTP & FTP Client
Professional FTP & SFTP Client
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
7
Bastion SSH - SSH/SFTP Client
Bastion SSH - SSH/SFTP Client
Bastion SSH - SSH/SFTP Client
SSH/SFTP, multi-session client
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
Tapssh — SSH & SFTP Client
Tapssh — SSH & SFTP Client
Tapssh — SSH & SFTP Client
SSH Terminal & File Browser
Free

A visual SSH client for iOS that offers a touch-native interface for managing remote servers. It features a full SSH terminal with xterm emulation and a visual SFTP file browser for easy file management. Secure key generation and cloud sync are also included.

Visual SSH terminal with xterm emulationSFTP file browser with drag-and-drop uploadSecure Ed25519/RSA key generation in Secure Enclave
📊 Productivity
(2)
freemium
9
FTP Client - FTP, SFTP Manager
FTP Client - FTP, SFTP Manager
FTP Client - FTP, SFTP Manager
File Manager, Player, Transfer
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
10
Termz - SSH & SFTP Client
Termz - SSH & SFTP Client
Termz - SSH & SFTP Client
Terminal for Remote Servers
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
11
Pling: SSH Client & SFTP
Pling: SSH Client & SFTP
Pling: SSH Client & SFTP
The AI-native terminal
Free

This app provides a powerful SSH client and push notification platform for managing servers on mobile devices. It offers a full terminal experience, AI command generation, server monitoring, and SFTP file management. Users can also triage notifications and check host status from their Apple Watch.

Full SSH and Mosh terminal emulationPush notifications for server eventsAI-powered command generation
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
freemium
12
SSH, SFTP, databases: Boopbeep
SSH, SFTP, databases: Boopbeep
SSH, SFTP, databases: Boopbeep
Host toolkit, local or remote
$5.99

A comprehensive toolkit for developers, offering SSH, SFTP, and database management on iOS and iPadOS. It provides real PTY terminals, secure file transfers, and support for multiple database engines over SSH connections, all with a one-time purchase.

Real PTY terminals with custom fonts and ANSI colorSFTP file management with archive supportEight database engines over SSH
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1)
paid
13
Terminal AI: SSH & SFTP Client
Terminal AI: SSH & SFTP Client
Terminal AI: SSH & SFTP Client
Easier server commands with AI
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
14
SSH Client – Terminal & SFTP
SSH Client – Terminal & SFTP
SSH Client – Terminal & SFTP
SSH, SFTP & Server Terminal
Free

This app provides secure remote server management with SSH terminal access and SFTP file transfer capabilities. It allows users to manage multiple servers, store command snippets, and organize SSH keys for efficient workflow.

SSH Terminal AccessSFTP File ManagementSSH Key Manager
🛠️ Developer Tools
(1)
free with in-app purchases
15
FTP Client - Files location
FTP Client - Files location
FTP Client - Files location
FTP, FTPS & SFTP over SSH
Free

Access and edit server files directly from your device's file manager. Supports FTP, SFTP, and FTPS with secure encryption. Automate file transfers with shortcuts for increased productivity.

Access server files in Files appSupports FTP, SFTP, FTPSTLS encryption
📊 Productivity
(34)
free with in-app purchases
16
SSH Speed
SSH Speed
SSH Speed
Mobile Terminal & SFTP Client
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
17
Ash — SSH Client
Ash — SSH Client
Ash — SSH Client
SSH, SFTP & Port Forward
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
18
SSHive: SSH, SFTP & Terminal
SSHive: SSH, SFTP & Terminal
SSHive: SSH, SFTP & Terminal
RDP, VNC, VPN & remote access
Free

This app provides comprehensive remote access to servers and desktops, supporting SSH, SFTP, RDP, VNC, and VPN. Manage files, open terminals, and control remote machines securely from your iPhone or iPad.

SSH terminal accessSFTP file managementRDP and VNC remote desktop
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
freemium
19
HQSSH - AI + SFTP
HQSSH - AI + SFTP
HQSSH - AI + SFTP
SSH & SFTP Client
$5.99
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)
20
NovoSSH — SSH Terminal Client
NovoSSH — SSH Terminal Client
NovoSSH — SSH Terminal Client
SSH & SFTP for Developers
Free
🛠️ Developer Tools
(0)

FAQ about Sftp Client

What are the best sftp client apps for iPhone?
FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client tops our sftp client apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 2.6K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top sftp client apps we rank are free to download, including FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client and Termius - Modern SSH Client.
FTPManager - FTP, SFTP client has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 248+ sftp client apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
FTPManager allows you to connect to FTP and SFTP servers to manage your files. You can copy, move, rename, and delete files, as well as stream music and videos directly from the server to your device. It also supports transferring files between your device and servers, or even between nearby iOS devices.
The app supports both standard FTP servers (including FTP over TLS for secure connections) and SFTP (SSH) servers. This broad compatibility ensures you can access a wide range of remote storage solutions.

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